The Book of Eli

This movie has generally received poor reviews (rottentomates has it at about 44%) but I know a few people who really liked it.

I had an afternoon to myself, so decided to go check it out.

It's set in a post-apocalyptic world, Eli (denzel washington) has the only copy of a book which he is protecting until he finds the right purpose for the book. Carnegie (Gary Olman) plays the leader of a lawless town who is looking for the book. This book is of course, the bible. Eli wants the book to be used to give people hope, Carnegie wants the book for its ability to give him power.

The movie looked good, but not as good as the road.
The violence was graphic, but not as realistic as the road.
There was very little food and water, but hunger and thirst were not portrayed as well as in the road.
The conclusion, unlike the road, was about as positive as it could get away with. It really was a bit too tidy..

Denzel Washington did a good job, he looks great. And for me, watching Gary Oldman in anything is a treat. He is one of my favorite actors, and nobody yells quite like him. He is the consummate villain. I just love him.

In conclusion, the movie, while being entertaining enough, was just too "fundamemtally christian" for me. I can imagine this movie being played at Christian Gatherings for many years to come. The movie was a massive advertisment for the power of the 'word' of God, and was kind of embarassing. 5/10